Top 10 Tips for contact lens wearers

The optometrists at Chakshu London have outlined some of the ways to take care of your contact lenses and reduce the risk of any eye problems.

Wash your hands and dry them thoroughly before using any type of contact lens and follow all the recommended procedures. Good lens wear and care is essential to prevent avoidable eye problems.

Never use tap water to clean lenses - this could lead to serious problems, including corneal ulcers and eye infections. Follow the manufacturer’s directions for cleaning, disinfecting and wearing the lenses

You shouldn’t wear your lenses for longer than you have been told by your optometrist, and certainly not for more than 16 hours in a day. You should never sleep in them unless they are speciﬁcally designed for overnight wear.